Staff Reports
In a recent interview on CNN, Democratic Sen. John Fetterman of Pennsylvania expressed his support for both a secure border and immigration, stating that these two issues are not contradictory. Fetterman emphasized that he has been clear about his stance on immigration and that it was wrongly used against him by Republicans during his election campaign. He believes that it is possible to be supportive of immigration while also recognizing the need for a secure border.
Fetterman further explained his views on immigration, stating that the goal is to provide the American dream to migrants. However, he highlighted the challenges posed by the high number of people encountered at the border – around 300,000 individuals. He called for a reset and the development of a new comprehensive solution to address the issue. Fetterman also faced criticism from progressives regarding his support for Israel, stating that he stood with the country as a special ally.
Sen. John Fetterman Torches Fellow Dems Live on CNN, Questions Why They Don't Care About the Border Crisis https://t.co/4CHUiTbcZB
— Billy Bob (@SpeedRacer766) January 23, 2024
Earlier in the interview, Fetterman disagreed with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on the issue of a two-state solution in Gaza. However, he maintained that Israel remains an important ally. Fetterman recently distanced himself from the progressive label, explaining that his views no longer aligned with certain positions held by progressives. He expressed his comfort in identifying as a Democrat instead. Fetterman firmly believes that there is a crisis at the border and that it should not be controversial to advocate for a secure border. He also made a strong case for Israel, pointing out that it supports open, progressive, and liberal policies. Fetterman’s perspective was influenced by the recent Hamas attack on October 7, which he condemned and vowed to fight against such atrocities.
